Classic Pesto

Name: Classic Pesto
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh basil leaves; 3 cloves garlic cloves; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt

A classic Italian recipe for pesto sauce made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.

cuisine: Italian serves: 4 (Sauce)

PREP: 10 minutes COOK: 0 minutes TOTAL: 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS

2 cups fresh basil leaves
3 cloves garlic cloves
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS

In a food processor, combine the basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and salt. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
With the food processor running, slowly add the olive oil in a steady stream. Continue to process until the pesto is smooth and creamy.

NUTRITION FACTS (per serving)

Calories: 277kcal Carbohydrates: 3.6g Protein: 5.3g Fat: 27.5g Cholesterol: 7.8mg Sodium: 219.9mg Fiber: 1.2g Sugar: 0.3g

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